Gun Barrel City, TX · Henderson County
Certificate of Occupancy Application
Businesses use this application to request a Certificate of Occupancy for premises operating in Gun Barrel City.
What this form is
This application requests a Certificate of Occupancy verifying that business premises comply with the city’s building and fire codes as of the date issued. It asks for business and property details, operating information, and emergency contacts; applicants are instructed to attach copies of the sales and use tax permit and business or professional license. A separate police contact sheet is included for return with the application.
Who needs it
A business operating in Gun Barrel City needs this application, and a new certificate is required when ownership, business name, tenant, or premises use changes.
How to submit it
Return the completed Certificate of Occupancy form and contact sheet to Gun Barrel City Hall. The form lists a $120.00 fee.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated by the applicant without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Certificate of Occupancy Application and its police business contact information sheet.
- 2
Complete The Forms
Fill in the business, property, operating, and emergency contact information requested.
- 3
Gather Attachments
Attach copies of the sales and use tax permit and business or professional license.
- 4
Submit To City Hall
Return the completed application and contact sheet to Gun Barrel City Hall; the form lists a $120.00 fee.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Certificate of Occupancy Application request?
- It requests business and property information, operating details, emergency contacts, and copies of the sales and use tax permit and business or professional license.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Occupancy Application?
- No. The document has an applicant signature and date line, but no notary block; the signer just signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Occupancy Application?
- Return the completed Certificate of Occupancy form and police contact sheet to Gun Barrel City Hall, as the form instructs.
- What fee does the application list?
- The application states that the fee for a Certificate of Occupancy is $120.00.